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Patti Casper posted a condolence
I remember Larry form school (class of 77) and remember seeing him years later and talking with him.Such a nice guy,I'm sorry for your loss.
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Diane Dahlem Dennison posted a condolence
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Norcross family. Larry was such a wonderful person. Always positive with such a GREAT smile. You could not help but smile with him. I will always cherish the fun times we all had in high school. (1980 classmate)
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Becky & Jayla Woody posted a condolence
We are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a great guy to have known. There were very few times that Larry was not at his kids activities, and when he was sick, I know he would try to be there anyway possible if he could. All the dance recitals, dance competitions, show choir performances, band & chorus concerts, football games, swim meets and many others. I especially remember the help that he gave to the band boosters. Helping push out the equipment during marching band, always there smiling in the stands, and the long days of dance competitions. They were all long and tiring, but Larry and Tammy always had those smiles and support for everyone. He will be missed. Tammy and kids, you will be in our hearts and prayers and were there to lift us up, now it is our turn to lift you up.
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Barry Dresser posted a condolence
In my 20 years in this industry I've met many people. Larry is one that stood out. His kind and gentle nature made it a pleasure to see him at industry events. I always enjoyed my encounters with him and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
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Angela Harris Petrick posted a condolence
My husband Carl and I would like to give our condolences to Larry's family
We live in Moline, IL, and unfortunately will not be able to attend services today.
Love to you all
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mark jackson class of 1976 posted a condolence
Bette,I'm sorry to here about brother Larry. my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
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Alene Geed posted a condolence
I had the privelege to meet Larry two years ago during a Las Vegas convention. Larry's enthusiasm and zest for life were contagious. He left an impression on me and during subsequent encounters at Spartan meetings. I will not forget him. My thoughts are with his family and friends today.
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Fr.Tom Spiegel posted a condolence
Dear Tammy,
I remembered you and your family, Lucas, Logan, Leah and Lauren these past days.
The words of Jesus to Jairus, the synagogue official, in last Sunday's gospel came to mind as I prayed. "Do not be afraid; just have faith."
Next week I begin my annual retreat and I will offer Mass for Larry and the family.
Peace, Fr. Tom Spiegel
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Greg Shannon posted a condolence
Larry and I graduated the same year, worked at Hy-Vee West and liked to ride our motorcycles together. Our last day of high school is one of my best memories of Larry. Early that morning, we met at the Hy-Vee parking lot. Larry, Jeff McGinley and I rode around in Larry's car joking, laughing, reminiscing and listening to Bob Seger's Against the Wind. We had a great time! I will never forget Larry!
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Sandy (Beyer) Clark posted a condolence
Tammy & family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I have so many wonderful memories of Larry, I wouldn't even know where to start. You could not ask for a nicer, sweeter person. He was such a sweetheart. He will be greatly missed. Love to all.
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Jeff Rosencrants posted a condolence
I remember when Larry moved to Newton, we were in third grade at BC Berg Elementary. He quickly became everyone's friend including mine. My family moved away in 1974, and when I returned to town 15 years later - one of the first people I met up with was Larry. He was the same as I remembered from grade school. Larry was timeless, always friendly, always positive, always an absolute joy to be around.
Tanya and I send our sympathy and support to Tammy and the Norcross family, and trust that your faith will assist greatly in this difficult time.
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Tim Tschumper posted a condolence
Larry was a friend of my brother Jim. I recall meeting him on several occasions found Larry to be a great guy, as well, I'm sure a wonderful a father, husband and friend to all. Some day we'll meet again in another time in another place where there is no sorrow, there is no sickness, and there is no more pain.
God Bless you all as you move forward celebrating great times you've had over the years. Your memories will forever be your souvenirs. My condolences, thoughts and prayers for strength and peace are for you all in this difficult time. John 14:2-4 1 Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. also: Psalm 23
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The Wallace Family posted a condolence
You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. Larry will be missed. We did not know him well,but did know that he was a wonderful father and husband.
Kelly Wallace and Family
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Monica Obersteller posted a condolence
My heart goes out to Tammy & the children, Russ & Betty and all who love this Dear man that God has come to take up to Heaven. There are few people that I have come across in life that are more true and honest as Larry.
I graduated with him from Newton High School, we worked together at Hy-Vee West and we had a very special friendship also.
I pray that God will keep you all in his arms to comfort you in this challenging time.
Bless you all!
~ Monica Obersteller
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Meggan Machin and family posted a condolence
What an amazing soul Larry Norcross had! I have such fond memories of Larry while I was growing up in my church. He would always remember me by name and approach me with that unforgettable and contagious smile! He also had such a huge love for Jesus that made me want to love Jesus just as much! You will be missed! So sorry Tammy and family--my heart is heavy for you.
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Tina, John, and Lilly Cai Betz-Bacon posted a condolence
Tammy and kids,
We are all blessed to have called Larry "friend." With his tender heart, sunny outlook, and room-brightening smile, he showed Christ to all who were fortunate enough to have him in their lives.
Our hearts go out to you. Know that we are there with you in spirit -- Donna, Tony, and kids will be there with hugs for all.
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Jon and Christy Troen and Tim, Connie and Timmy Rock posted a condolence
Our heart goes out to your family and hope that God will give you peace during this difficult time in your lives. Our family will pray for you daily.
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Ed Christopher posted a condolence
Tammy, Sorry for your lost, I always cosider Larry a good friend. I recall the time when you, larry & Logan visited our Camp on Lake Champlain. a joyful event...Ed"C"
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Julie Patterson Schultz posted a condolence
Larry was a wonderful man friend father and husband. We were very lucky to be a part of his life for the short time he was here. God be with his love ones and hope that they find peace quickly. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. God Bless you !!
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George Bishop posted a condolence
Tammy, I'm sorry to hear of Larry's passing and pray things go well for you and the children. I remember one seminar we had in New England and Larry was all smiles & exulberant because he had been at a Red Sox game and caught a ball in the stands. He was so happy. Our prayers are with you. George
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Don Ackerman posted a condolence
First met Larry when he joined NMC just in time for a trip to Hawaii. It always struck me how incredibly positive and truly happy he always seemed. Larry was the guy you could spend five minutes with and walk away feeling lifted.... he just took you to where he was.
Larry, my old friend, you will be sorely missed even while we're grateful to have known you.
My condolences to his family. You will all be in my prayers.
-Don Ackerman
Las Vegas, NV
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Francine & Richard Tepper posted a condolence
Larry was a person who lit up any room he entered. Years back he was traveling in the NYC area for Newton Mfg. Co. and, rather than his taking us out for dinner as he suggested, we asked him to come to dinner at our home. Our sons, all in high school or college at the time, continued to ask about Larry over the years because he made such an impression on them. Whenever we attended an industry show we would look for Larry, and sometimes we were lucky enough to meet up with him. His smile and cheery attitude were a joy to us all.
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Sue Kennedy posted a condolence
Larry was always a smiling face who brightened up my day. I'd typically schedule meetings with him for late in the day because his postive attitude and soft spoken nature helped to put the hectic day into a better perspective. He will be greatly missed.
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Sheila Spickermann posted a condolence
Tammy and kids - Larry made everyone feel like such a great and welcomed friend. He always let you know he was glad to see you again. His smile was a great gift to this world. I pray for strength and peace for you.
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Jackie Witter posted a condolence
Dear Tammy, Leah, Luke, Lauren and Logan,
May God's love surround you in a special way. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to meet Larry when you all came to the Monastery. I will remember all of you in a special way over the next days in prayer...you are in my thoughts and prayers. God hold you in love and give you comfort...
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Ken and Lea Ann Nylin posted a condolence
Larry always had a beautiful smile for everyone. Loved life, family and friends. Is truely going to be missed by all.
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Fred & Emily Bebout posted a condolence
I worked with Larry each year when we were ordering shirts for our United Way campaign here at Iowa Telecom. He was such a super nice guy. I really enjoyed interacting with him. My husband Fred knew him from high school years and Fred's mom's restaurant here in Newton. Larry is a very neat guy! Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
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Shirley Betz posted a condolence
Dear Tammy and Children,
I have very fond memories of Larry and you visiting with us our first 4th of July in our new home about 14 yrs. ago. I always admired Larry for being such a wonderful husband and father. He always took care of his family. He will be missed but now he is in Heaven with Ron. They began this journey about the same time and ended it within months of each other. My thoughts & prayers are with your family..
Love,
Shirley Betz
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Linda Hartman Hernandez posted a condolence
We will all miss Larry. He has left a great family behind, but now he is part of a much greater family in Heaven.
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Mickey & Marie Cochran posted a condolence
We have such fun and great memories of Larry and Tammy on Newton incentive trips that we will always cherish. We are so thankful for our pictures from these trips that we can look back on and smile and laugh at the good times we had together. Larry picked us up at the Des Moines airport back in October of 1998 when we went full time with the business. He drove us around to factories and even to the Amish Country and we had such a great time. We even got to out to dinner with Larry and Tammy in Newton and that was so much fun. He and we want to say Logan, took us to catch our flight back home and we all shared some more good laughs. We have so many nice memories that we can look back on. When we think of Larry, we will think of his big smile and laugh and what a joy he was to be around. Tammy, we will continue to lift you and your family up in our daily prayers and thoughts. Love always, Mickey & Marie
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Joni Purcell posted a condolence
I remember Larry as a little boy running, playing and forever with that big grin on his face. Betty was my age and Larry, my brothers and what fun we had playing, being right next door. As all the years went by and time and miles seperated us we always got together and kept in touch. I loved your family and how you each loved and cared for each other. I could never figure out that love until I met Jesus as my savior and then knew that makes all the difference. Larry and Tammy, Russ and Gail, Betty and Family thank you for running your race well. Love Joni Purcell
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tammy hansen farver and terry hansen umbarger posted a condolence
Tammy and Family,my heart goes out to you and your children. May the lord bless you and keep you close during this difficult time. He will never be forgotten. (classmate of 1980)
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Kmetz Family posted a condolence
I remember Larry as an amazing father! He loved those kids and was always a lot of fun. He always came home from work and was excited to see them. He touched everyone that came in contact with him!
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Ginger & Jeff LaKose posted a condolence
We will treasure the memory of that HUGE BRIGHT smile and the hug that came with it each time we ran into each other. Larry's love for life and others spilled over into everything.
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Aunt Peg posted a condolence
You are in our thoughts and prayers and with you even though we are separated by the miles. Love to all.
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Suzanne Shawver posted a condolence
I will never forget the beautiful smile and the wave at the Pacestter Program this year from Larry...What a joyus memory to have. I am praying for you all as I know how difficult this time is..I pray for peace for all of you.
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Shannon Baarda posted a condolence
I used to work at the YMCA at the Main Desk so I had a lot of time to get to know the Norcross Family. I have never met a family like theirs. They are an inspiration to us all! I will never forget what a great Swim Dad Larry was. He never missed an event nor being one of the loudest voices you could hear as he cheered on his four beautiful children. Larry was an amazing man and I feel priveledged to have met him. He was an inspiration to us all here on earth and will continue to be an inspiration to everyone from Heaven. God bless Tammy, Leah, Lauren, Lucas, and Logan. My heart is breaking for you. You will find much peace in God's Love knowing that Larry is finally with his Father in Heaven. He is now and forever will be your Guardian Angel! Lots of Love, Shannon, Matthew, and Meghan.
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Brian Porter posted a condolence
I was honored to have Larry as a client, and as time went on, a wonderful friend. At a time when I was at a very low point, and was making decisions on what path to take with a tumor, Larry was a bright light of hope, and a wealth of knowledge regarding the Gamma Knife. A large part of my decision to go that route was due to the utmost respect I had for Larry. I'll be forever grateful for his guidance and words of inspriation. My thoughts and prayers go out to Larry and his family.
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Crystal Foresman Landers posted a condolence
Larry had a great smile and laugh. What a wonderful person and great part of our family.
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Bill & Arlene Wilder posted a condolence
There are very few people in this world that we could say are true friends but Larry was one of those. Never did we hear him say a bad word about anyone and he was always quick to smile and laugh. God took a great person and we will miss him dearly.
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Kay Beard posted a condolence
To all the Norcross Family and Extended Family. What an amazing people you are. Larry was a bright place in many hearts. What he taught his family and friends about life by his example and faith is an amazing gift that I know you will treasure and hold tight.
My heart aches for you all.
I am praying you are feeling God's nearness to you all.
Love, Kay
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Joe DeRoy & Ruth posted a condolence
Larry made many trips around the country visiting with reps. We thought of him so much and such a fine person we invited him and the New baby Logan to stay at our house 11 years ago. He was very special and we were priviledge to have him with us for an overnight visit.He has touched so many lives including ours. He was a very fine family person and i know that the Lord now has a special place for him.
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